Houston, Texas vs. Rutherford, New Jersey

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rutherford, New Jersey is 49.5% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $59,812 in Rutherford, New Jersey to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rutherford, New Jersey is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
142% more expensive in Rutherford
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Rutherford, NJ
Compared to Houston, Rutherford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  163.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.9% higher
  Commute
  21.6% higher
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% higher